Melvita

Melvita Source de Roses De-Puffing Eye Gel Organic

Name: Melvita - Source de Roses De-Puffing Eye Gel Organic
Brand: Melvita

Efficacy37/100IrritancyMedium

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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

Helianthus annuus seed wax, Jojoba esters + 17 more

Good evidence

What the product description says

“It deeply hydrates, plumps and decongests the sensitive eye contour area.”

Source: Cocoon Center

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: glycerin, polyglycerin-3.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: helianthus annuus seed oil, helianthus annuus seed cera.

Helianthus annuus seed waxKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency~0.45–0.7%

Jojoba estersKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function~0.35–0.6%

Kappaphycus alvarezii extractKey activeEffect: HighA red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties~0.5–0.7%

Palmaria palmata extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.55–0.8%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3–3.7%

Polyglycerin-3Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

Helianthus annuus seed ceraKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.5–0.75%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~2.4–3%

Acacia decurrens flower ceraKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumMimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritating~0.45–0.65%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~1.7–2.1%

Cetyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.2–0.4%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~1.2–1.5%

Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglyceridesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.6%

Lauryl laurateEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~2–2.4%

Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.3–0.6%

Polyglyceryl-6 distearateEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%

Rosa damascena flower water· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating~7.2–8.8%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.1–0.2%

Anti-aging

Tocopherol, Ascorbic acid

Weak evidence

What the product description says

“The microcirculation of the eye contour is boosted, the skin regenerates faster and appears less dull.Cornflower floral water which decongests the eye contour, it boosts its anti-fatigue effect for a fresh and radiant look.The resurrection plant that helps strengthen and protect the skin.The red algae that drains blood circulation from the eye contour to revitalize and decongest the eye contour.Its gel texture provides a pleasant feeling of freshness.”

Source: Cocoon Center

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

Ascorbic acidUnder-dosedEffect: HighThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging~0.1–0.2%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Rosa canina flower extract

Medium risk

We flagged 18 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Rosa damascena flower waterUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritatingHigh~7.2–8.8%est.

Centaurea cyanus flower waterCornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its ownHigh~4.3–5.3%est.

Rosa canina flower extract—High~0.7–1.1%est.

Acacia decurrens flower ceraMimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.65%est.

Acacia decurrens flower waxUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.65%est.

Ascorbic acidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingHigh~0.1–0.2%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2–2.4%est.

Glyceryl behenateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~1–1.3%est.

Rosa canina fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lackingMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.4–0.65%est.

Isoamyl laurateHelps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product textureMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Jojoba estersAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier functionMedium~0.35–0.6%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Lauryl laurateHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Polyglyceryl-6 distearateHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 beeswaxHelps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)Medium~0.15–0.3%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Palmaria palmata extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.55–0.8%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~1.7–2.1%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Rosa damascena flower water~7.2–8.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating

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Centaurea cyanus flower water~4.3–5.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

Cornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its own

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Glycerin~3–3.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~2.4–3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Pentylene glycol~2–2.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Cetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Bentonite~1.5–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-blemish

Helps stabilize the product formulation

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~1.2–1.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Glyceryl behenate~1–1.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Rosa canina flower extract~0.7–1.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Rosa canina fruit extract~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking

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Myrothamnus flabellifolia leaf/stem extract~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Palmaria palmata extract~0.55–0.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Kappaphycus alvarezii extract~0.5–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties

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Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Helianthus annuus seed cera~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed wax~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency

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Acacia decurrens flower cera~0.45–0.65%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Mimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritating

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Acacia decurrens flower wax~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglycerides~0.4–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.4–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Isoamyl laurate~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture

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Jojoba esters~0.35–0.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Lauryl laurate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Propanediol~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Glyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Sodium gluconate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps stabilize product formulations

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Polyglyceryl-6 distearate~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Citric acid~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Polyglycerin-3~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Cetyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

More about Cetyl alcohol

Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)

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Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.2%

Under-dosedIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

More about Ascorbic acid

Tocopherol~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Water, Rosa damascena flower water, Centaurea cyanus flower water, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Pentylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Bentonite, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glyceryl behenate, Rosa canina flower extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Myrothamnus flabellifolia leaf/stem extract, Palmaria palmata extract, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Acacia decurrens flower cera, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglycerides, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Isoamyl laurate, Jojoba esters, Cetearyl glucoside, Lauryl laurate, Xanthan gum, Propanediol, Glyceryl caprylate, Sodium gluconate, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Citric acid, Polyglycerin-3, Cetyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate